Assembly Operator

Spirax-Sarco Engineering; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm located in Cheltenham is seeking an Assembly Operator to build and test products while adhering to quality and safety standards. The ideal candidate will possess strong attention to detail, the ability to work independently and as part of a team, and a proactive approach to personal development. This role offers a competitive salary and various benefits including flexible working options and a comprehensive healthcare plan.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Discretionary bonus

27 days holiday allowance

Comprehensive private healthcare

Enhanced pension plan

Life assurance

Free onsite parking

Qualifications

• Ability to follow detailed instructions.
• Experience in a production environment is preferred.
• Flexible approach to work and willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Build and test products according to standard operating procedures.
• Ensure compliance with EHS policies.
• Engage in continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Attention to detail

Proactive approach

Teamwork

Time management

Tools

Basic computer skills

Job description

Assembly Operator

Role Overview

To build and test products following standard operating procedures to meet quality and time standards.

Objectives and Responsibilities

• Ensure company Environment, Health and Safety (EHS) policy is adhered to by yourself and others
• Build and test products in line with instruction sheets/standard operating procedures to meet quality and time standards.
• Promote and improve work area 5s.
• Complete Quality System Transactions and Production System Transactions.
• Meet on time delivery by organising yourself and colleagues to effectively complete plan.
• Understand and comply with the Company Core Values.
• Engage, suggest and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and projects, as required.
• Be flexible to complete other duties and up‑skill as required.
• Develop and drive your own personal development plan.

Qualifications and Key Capabilities

• Company Core Values at all times.
• Ability to work on daily plans and tasks using numeracy and literacy skills.
• Ability to follow instructions.
• Attention to detail to maintain high levels of quality.
• Aspiration to learn and develop in the role.
• Proactive and flexible approach.
• Ability to work as part of a team and independently as required.
• Work within the Company Core Values.
• Good organisation and time management skills.
• Capable and willing to flex to any operation on the section with standard training.
• Pick up new instructions and methods quickly.
• First line fault diagnosis.

Desired Skills and Experience

• Experience of working in a production environment.
• Basic computer skills.
• Understanding of commercial impact on the department.
• Understanding of operating and applying safe Environment, Health and Safety (EHS) practices.
• Awareness of Continuous Improvement (CI) tools such as Six Sigma, 5Y, etc.
• Aptitude to deputise as required for the team leader.

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About the Company

The Steam Thermal Solutions business is one of three businesses within Spirax Group. Spirax Sarco and Gestra are our two brands that form Steam Thermal Solutions and are global leaders in the supply of engineered solutions for the design, provision and maintenance of efficient industrial and commercial steam systems. Steam Thermal Solutions has global coverage across 67 operating units (called OpCos), organised into four divisions: EMEA, APAC, Americas, Gestra.

Spirax Group is a FTSE100 and FTSE4Good multi‑national industrial engineering group with expertise in the control and management of steam, electric thermal solutions, peristaltic pumping and associated fluid technologies.

Our purpose is to create sustainable value for all our stakeholders as we engineer a more efficient, safer and sustainable world. Our technologies play an essential role in critical industrial processes and industrial equipment across industries as diverse as Food & Beverage, Pharmaceutical & Biotechnology, Power Generation, Semiconductors and Healthcare. With customers in 165 countries, we provide the solutions that sit behind the production of many items used in daily life, from baked beans to mobile phones!

Our purpose, supported by our inclusive culture and values, unites us, guides our decisions and inspires us everywhere we operate. We support our colleagues to make their difference for each other as well as customers, communities, suppliers, our planet and shareholders by creating a truly equitable working environment where everyone feels included.

Benefits

• You will receive a competitive salary (and a discretionary bonus), flexible working and excellent benefits including 27 days holiday allowance (before bank holidays), 3 days’ paid volunteering leave, comprehensive private healthcare, enhanced pension plan, life assurance, optional participation in a Share Ownership Plan, free onsite parking, flexible benefits and access to a personal discounts’ portal.
• We also offer a range of additional support and benefits through our Everyone is Included Group Inclusion Plan.
• We are passionate about creating inclusive and equitable working cultures where everyone can be themselves and achieve their full potential.

Everyone Is Included at Spirax Group

We are passionate about creating inclusive and equitable working cultures where everyone can be themselves and achieve their full potential. For us, that means supportive teams and strong relationships where everyone’s contribution is valued – across social and cultural backgrounds, ethnicities, ages, genders, gender identities, abilities, neurodiversity, sexual orientation, religious beliefs, and everything else that makes us human and unique.

We want everyone to be able to make their difference here, so we will always consider requests for flexible working.

We know that everyone needs some extra help from time to time too, so we have introduced a range of additional benefits through our Group Inclusion Commitments. These include gender‑neutral parental leave, 15 days of extra paid caregiver leave, paid time off and support for anyone experiencing pregnancy loss or domestic abuse, menopause‑friendly workplace principles and more. Learn more at https://www.spiraxgroup.com/en/life-at-spirax/our-inclusive-group/our-inclusion-commitments.

We are also a Disability Confident Committed Employer. If you would like to apply using this scheme, please select this option in our application form or notify our recruitment partners.